Battle of Lentini

The Battle of Lentini occurred from 13 to 14 July 1943 when the 50th Northumbrian Infnatry Division and the British 4th Armored Brigade assaulted the town of Lentini, Sicily, having advanced 15 miles northwest of Augusta. The British met increasing resistance from the 54th Infantry Division Napoli, but the 4th Armored Brigade captured the Italian divisional commander and his staff. By 14 July, the town was cleared of obstruction and snipers, and the British continued their advance after smashing through the Italian forces.